Urethane bushings are types of bearings used in automotive production as shock absorbers that maintain alignment and suspension components. Also known as urethane bushes, urethane bushings are a common form of plain bearing. In terms of shape, urethane bushings are ring-shaped products made of polyurethane, an elastomeric plastic resin containing organic elements and urethane.
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Gallagher CorporationGurnee, IL 800-373-8793 Since they opened their doors in 1965, Gallagher Corporation has been a multifaceted engineering, molding and machining operation. They are able to help customers improve their products durability. To gain increase wear life, better cut or tear resistance, more impact resistance or superior fatigue life, use Gallagher molded components, such as urethane brushings.
American Urethane, Inc.Odenton, MD 800-394-7883 For urethane brushings and other parts, be sure to contact American Urethane. They provide customers with superior service and quality products. The materials used by this company are finding new applications in many industries because the parts provide longer service life compared to plastics and rubber, as well as lower noise abatement compared to metals.
Unicast Inc.Easton, PA 800-275-0818 Unicast Inc. has been a family owned and operated company since 1984. This full service shop and plant is able to create the product you need, such as urethane brushings. They offer products for a wide range of industries including corrugated, envelope, military, mining, newspaper, packaging, recreational products, textile and more. Call today to request a quote.
FallLine CorporationReno, NV 800-325-5463 Since FallLine began in 1981, they have been providing specialized products, including urethane brushings, to numerous industries for retail and industrial applications. By employing a team of dedicated, experienced chemists, engineers and sales personnel, they are able to assist all customers in the development of their project from inception to completion.
Weaver Industries, Inc.Denver, PA 717-336-7507 For over 55 years, this family owned and operated business has been known for its reputation for integrity and quality. They owe this to the way base their company off family values and passing those values to customers through their people and pride in our work. For all products, including urethane brushings, turn to Weaver Industries for quality you can trust.
Western Roller CorporationBend, OR 800-541-2317 At Western Roller Corporation, they have the knowledge and experience to help you match the right product to your application. With solutions to your specific needs, they offer custom items to make sure every requirement can be met. For urethane brushings and all other products, be sure to contact Western Roller today so they can locate the perfect solution for you.
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Some common designs of urethane bushings include solid (both sleeve and flanged), split and clenched. Urethane bushings are primarily designed to remove friction and wear or constrict and retain motion of mechanical parts, and those made from urethane are specialized for vehicle production because they last longer and control movement better than alternatives such as rubber, but aren't as harsh on car parts as metal. Urethane bushings are made of hard, rigid plastics and used in high impact areas. Although the most common application for urethane bushings is in the automotive industry, other industries also utilize this molded product including industrial manufacturing, for use in the suspension of automation equipment and material handling machinery such as conveyor systems; agriculture, to be used in farming machinery such as combines, tractors and plows; and construction, for use in material handling equipment such as overhead cranes.
Urethane bumpers have many beneficial characteristics that cause them to offer improved performance as compared to rubber or metal bumpers. Some of these many advantages include increased longevity, increased density and decreased possibility of caster and camber change. Additional, other advantages of urethane bumpers include high resistance to cold flow, added responsiveness, improved control of suspension movement, increased durability and exceptional strength and heat, cold and friction-resistance. Although there are many advantages to urethane bumpers versus rubber or metal bumpers, there are also some disadvantages. The main drawback of using urethane bushings compared to rubber or metal is the noise - specifically, the squeaking. This is easily combated by applying a lubricant, either regular grease or special urethane grease, which lasts longer. Urethane bushings are made from high performance polymers and often have friction-reducing additives. They are made through a process called reaction injection molding (RIM). During RIM, a polyisocyanate component and the polyurethane resin are injected into a mold, react and dry, creating bushings of different strengths, textures and colors. Each urethane bushing needs to be individually fitted during installation for optimal performance.
